Mastering Growth from 5 to 100+ Employees Through Technology-Driven Cost Advantage
Drawing from 25 years of building and scaling successful companies, this comprehensive guide - written by Piotr Galek - reveals the proven strategies for transforming startups into efficient, technology-powered operations.
Having successfully built and exited multiple profitable ventures, I am now in a unique position: I orchestrate businesses driven by a passion for delivering exceptional customer experiences, rather than necessity. My work is not merely about growth – it is about shaping companies that are elegant, resilient, and strategically positioned to create lasting value.
Over the past 25 years, I have founded and scaled three companies and numerous projects from the ground up to substantial operations. This journey culminated in the successful sale of multiple portfolios from Alstar Management AG - comprising over 100 e-commerce domains and generating 8-figure euro profits through innovative customization and superior margins.
My approach blends deep technical expertise with strategic business insight. Serving as both CTO and CEO, I implement advanced solutions personally—from complex algorithms to AI-powered customer service agents—while building and leading teams of up to 100 employees and fostering environments where excellence thrives.
I place the highest priority on customer satisfaction, understanding that delighted customers drive sustainable revenue. By combining exceptional user experiences with the relentless adoption of emerging technologies, I have consistently achieved industry-leading profit margins that surpass sector benchmarks.
Today, I am seeking opportunities to apply my expertise to create something remarkable and transformative—whether scaling a startup to significant size or optimizing an established operation for exponential growth and excellence—always exceeding stakeholder expectations through cutting-edge, approved techniques.
Ergebnisorientierung: Als CEO sichere ich durch konsequente Prozessoptimierung und den Einsatz modernster Technologien eine nachhaltige Senkung der Personal- und Produktionskosten, eine effizientere Nutzung der Ressourcen sowie eine deutliche Steigerung der Produktivität. Damit steigere ich die Profitabilität und positioniere das Unternehmen mit branchenführender Qualität langfristig wettbewerbsstark.
Technologievision: Durch intelligente Automatisierung und durchgängige digitale Steuerung erhöhe ich die Profitabilität und Widerstandsfähigkeit des Unternehmens. So stelle ich sicher, dass sich das Unternehmen in einer sich rasant verändernden digitalen Welt langfristig behauptet und Wettbewerbsvorteile ausbaut.
Ergebnissteigernd: Ich verwandle Ineffizienzen, hohe Kosten und Qualitätsrisiken in messbare Gewinne – durch intelligente Prozessoptimierung, technisches Know-how und mutiges, strategisches Handeln.
Building a multi-shop e-commerce empire with 30+ specialized online stores, covering the entire value chain from product sourcing through marketing and sales to end-customer logistics.
Building a scalable multi-shop e-commerce company from planning to operations, with clear focus on growth, profitability, and exit strategies.
An e-commerce company with 30+ webshops characterized by sustainable growth, efficient structures, and profitable business models. The combination of entrepreneurial spirit, technical implementation, and strategic vision created the foundation for building, scaling, and successfully exiting digital business models.
Premium window and door systems combining precision and peak performance. Systems designed for longevity through stylish design and highest energy efficiency – "perfected by Swiss precision".
Building an international trading and production company for premium window solutions – from concept to functioning enterprise with strategic positioning and handover to operational management.
An internationally operating company in the window and door systems segment – solidly structured, scalable, and sustainable. With modern design, energy efficiency, and Swiss quality standards as strong competitive positioning. The combination of from-scratch development, strategic thinking, operational execution, and intercultural experience transformed a complex business idea into a sustainable enterprise.
GGG Sp. z o.o. employs over 240 professionals, including 80 engineers. The company specializes in precision CNC machining, welding, and assembly, ranking among the leading providers in its industry.
Building a future-ready manufacturing structure that increases productivity, reduces costs, and ensures highest quality standards through cutting-edge technologies and digital integration.
50% reduction in programming times • Significantly reduced waste • Synchronized logistics & production processes • Lower inventory costs & shorter lead times • Productivity and quality above industry standard. The combination of technical sophistication, comprehensive digitalization, and strategic vision created a manufacturing base that makes companies more profitable, resilient, and competitively positioned for the long term.
Customers are the foundation of sustainable business success. I focus on creating perfect products and exceptional experiences, understanding that customer satisfaction drives long-term revenue and growth.
I lead from the front, personally implementing complex solutions when needed. My hands-on approach ensures teams never get stuck and always push boundaries.
I build environments where top performers thrive. High standards and cutting-edge tools are non-negotiable—those who embrace innovation excel.
Whether scaling from 5 to 50+ employees or transforming established operations of 150+ through cutting-edge technology, I focus on creating beautiful, efficient systems that deliver exceptional value.
I'm exploring opportunities where passion for building meets transformative impact. Whether you're looking to scale a promising venture, transform an established business, or need strategic board guidance, let's discuss how we can create exceptional value together.
Open to: CEO roles • Board positions • Advisory engagements
Sweet spot: 50-300 employees • High-growth potential • Innovation-ready cultures